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Liga Profesional Argentina | Fri 06 Nov, 22:15

Independiente v Deportivo Riestra Stats

Data last updated: Thu 05 Nov 2026, 08:08 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Independiente hosts Deportivo Riestra in a Liga Profesional Argentina clash where both teams have shown physical intensity and defensive resilience. Independiente, ranked 8th with 20 points, faces a Deportivo Riestra side 14th with 12 points, both seeking to climb the standings. Recent matches reveal a cautious approach with low scoring but frequent fouls, suggesting a competitive and potentially card-heavy encounter. Tactical setups emphasize midfield battles and pressing, increasing the likelihood of disciplinary actions as players contest possession aggressively.

BT4Y best bet

Over 4.5 Cards

  • Independiente averages 3.2 yellow cards per match, Deportivo Riestra 2.4, indicating a physical game.
  • Both teams have a low goals-per-game rate but high fouling frequency, supporting card accumulation.
  • Recent form shows both sides conceding 1.4 goals per game, reflecting tight defensive battles with potential frustration.
  • Player data highlights J. Goitía's high card risk with 7 yellows and 2.34 fouls per 90 minutes.
  • Model projects a 67.4% chance for over 4.5 cards, with a positive of 15%.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies Over 4.5 Cards as a strong value bet with a 67.4% chance against an implied 52.4%, driven by both teams' aggressive defensive styles and high foul counts. Independiente's average of 3.2 yellows and Deportivo Riestra's 2.4 yellows per match, combined with players like J. Goitía who have significant card risk, underpin the likelihood of a card-laden match. The competitive stakes and tactical emphasis on midfield battles further increase the probability of disciplinary actions. No price warnings apply, supporting a standard stake approach.

Independiente average yellows3.2 per match
Strong positive
Deportivo Riestra average yellows2.4 per match
Positive
J. Goitía card risk7 yellows, 2.34 fouls/90
Strong positive
Model chance vs implied chance67.4% model chance vs 52.4% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Recent goals scoredLow scoring, 0.6 and 0.4 goals per game
Neutral

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Expect a physically intense match with both Independiente and Deportivo Riestra engaging in frequent fouls that will likely result in multiple cards. The tactical focus on midfield control and defensive pressure supports the likelihood of disciplinary actions, making Over 4.5 Cards a plausible outcome. The data on average yellows and player fouling tendencies reinforces this view.

Main risk

The card line needs match pressure and repeated duels; a controlled game state would weaken the booking angle.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Card accumulation potential

“This fixture's competitive nature and player profiles suggest a high card count, as both teams rely on aggressive defending and midfield battles that often draw referee attention.”

Key Data Signals

Over 4.5 Cards evidence

Independiente averages 3.2 yellow cards per match, Deportivo Riestra 2.4, indicating a physical game.

Both teams have a low goals-per-game rate but high fouling frequency, supporting card accumulation.

Recent form shows both sides conceding 1.4 goals per game, reflecting tight defensive battles with potential frustration.

Player data highlights J. Goitía's high card risk with 7 yellows and 2.34 fouls per 90 minutes.

What To Watch In The Data

Over 4.5 Cards notes

  • In the last five matches, Over 2.5 Goals occurred only 20% of the time for both teams, indicating low scoring tempo.
  • The average goals per game in their five head-to-head meetings is 1.6, underscoring defensive caution.
  • This trend suggests goals are unlikely to dominate, while the match tempo and physicality point towards more fouls and cards.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Independiente0.6
Avg goals scored
Deportivo Riestra0.4
Independiente1.4
Avg goals conceded
Deportivo Riestra1.4
Independiente60%
BTTS rate
Deportivo Riestra40%
Independiente20%
Over 2.5 goals
Deportivo Riestra20%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 57% vs implied 42% · edge +15 pts
2.38
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 66%
1.5
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 22%
5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 34%
2.5
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 52%
1.5
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 41%
1.53
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Both Independiente and Deportivo Riestra have low scoring rates, averaging 0.6 and 0.4 goals per game respectively, with a 20% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals. BTTS rates are moderate at 60% and 40%, indicating a cautious offensive approach. This low scoring environment suggests goals are unlikely to be the main match feature, shifting focus to other match events like cards.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 57% vs implied 42% · edge +15 pts
2.38
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Deportivo Riestra Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 43%
3.55
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Deportivo Riestra to WinBetfred guide price · model 30%
6.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
3.5
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 34%
2.5
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Independiente to WinBet365 guide price · model 49%
1.62
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Independiente Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 59%
1.27
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The 67.4% for Over 4.5 Cards sits against roughly 52.4% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Independiente have the higher yellow-card average at 3.2, while Deportivo Riestra sit at 2.4.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Independiente

DLDDL
Last 50W 3D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 5D 3L
02 Nov 2026A Defensa Y Justicia1-1
25 Oct 2026H Boca Juniors0-1
18 Oct 2026A Racing Club1-1
12 Oct 2026A Talleres Cordoba0-0
02 Oct 2026H Instituto Cordoba1-4

Deportivo Riestra

LLDLD
Last 50W 2D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 6D 4L
31 Oct 2026H Talleres Cordoba0-3
27 Oct 2026A Instituto Cordoba0-1
20 Oct 2026H Union Santa Fe1-1
11 Oct 2026A San Lorenzo0-1
05 Oct 2026H Central Cordoba de Santiago1-1
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBetUK guide price · Model 59% vs implied 44% · edge +15 pts
2.25
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Deportivo Riestra Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 43%
3.55
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Deportivo Riestra to WinBetfred guide price · model 30%
6.5
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Home / DrawBetfred guide price · model 77%
1.11
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
3.5
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Independiente to WinBet365 guide price · model 49%
1.62
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Independiente Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 59%
1.27
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Recent form data shows Independiente scoring 0.6 goals per game and conceding 1.4, with a 20% over 2.5 goals rate and 60% BTTS rate. Deportivo Riestra mirrors this with 0.4 goals scored and 1.4 conceded, also 20% over 2.5 goals. Both teams’ card averages and fouling tendencies suggest a match prone to disciplinary actions, supporting the Over 4.5 Cards selection.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

20%Independiente Over 2.5
20%Deportivo Riestra Over 2.5
1.6H2H avg goals
In the last five matches, Over 2.5 Goals occurred only 20% of the time for both teams, indicating low scoring tempo. The average goals per game in their five head-to-head meetings is 1.6, underscoring defensive caution. This trend suggests goals are unlikely to dominate, while the match tempo and physicality point towards more fouls and cards.

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